Question

a soln of sodium metal in liquid ammonia is strongly reducing due to the presence of --
a - sodium atoms
b- sodium hydride
c- sodium amide
d- solvated electrons
which is the right option??

Answer 1

Sodium electrons.

Answer 2

But how? can u explain me?

Answer 3

The electrostatic forces of attraction are very less in Na as it's an alkali metal n radius is large so the last electron is not in the hold of nucleus means it can loose the electron easily, which makes it highly reactive.;

Answer 4

@priyadabas but did u think over the presence of ammonia...sodium amide too can b the ans

Answer 5

Sodium is the most reactive metal. Yes it myt help.

Answer 6

solvated electrons

Answer 7

yup.. Na'selectrons.. find the detailed mechanism of bouvealt blanc reduction to see it in action :P

Answer 8

Vincent is correct. The case of solvated electrons in ammonia is a famous study subject in physical chemistry.